Route 16 over Bartlett Brook
GoodNew London County, Connecticut · 1.2 MI West of RTE 207 · Structure no. 00854
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 16 over Bartlett Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 16 over Bartlett Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,012 by 2038. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 16 over Bartlett Brook built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 16 over Bartlett Brook in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Route 16 over Bartlett Brook carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 16 over Bartlett Brook?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 16 over Bartlett Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.